Emma Hart, Later Lady Hamilton, As ‘absence’ 

This portrait by George Romney, a prominent British artist of the late 18th century, depicts Emma Hart, later Lady Hamilton, in a contemplative pose. Emma is dressed in a simple white gown and hat, her hands clasped together, suggesting a sense of devotion. She is seated beneath a rocky overhang, with the sea and a distant ship visible in the background. The painting is notable for its romantic and idealized portrayal of its subject, reflecting the aesthetic values of the era.